This has led to speculation Kate may give birth to a nearer hospital to the Middleton’s family home, however the Palace has been keen to stress that the royal couple still plan to travel to the Paddington hospital to welcome their first child.

The couple’s present location and the fact that Kate’s sister Pippa Middleton travelled abroad earlier this week for a friend’s wedding may mean the later due date could be possible.

Last month, when the Palace revealed the final details of the birthing plans, the mid-July due date was kept although no specific date was given. The Duchess told well-wishers earlier this year of her due time.

“It’s around mid-July, but babies have their own agenda,” the pregnant royal explained.

Since the beginning of the month, the world’s press have gathered outside the Lindo Wing of the Paddington hospital where Kate will give birth.

A previous mother who gave birth at the London hospital revealed she believed the Duchess will be well looked after during her time there.

“Kate will be well looked after,” Dawn Robertson, 58, who had her three children at the hospital said. “They were really accommodating and always asking if you were okay and comfortable,” she revealed to People. photo credit: Mikepaws via photopincc

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